Cowden-Herrick Grade School vs Leland Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 267 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cowden-Herrick Grade School
Herrick · Public elementary · Grades K–5
175 students
Leland Elem School
Leland · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
175 students
| Measure | Cowden-Herrick Grade School Herrick, Illinois | Leland Elem School Leland, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1201 of 2,303 | #1194 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #33959 of 50,301 | #33798 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 175 | 175 |
| Enrollment | 175 | 175 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.9% | 37.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Herrick | Leland |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.0 vs 37.3).
- •Cowden-Herrick Grade School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Leland Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.7% vs 58.9%).
- •Leland Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.7).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cowden-Herrick Grade School better than Leland Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Cowden-Herrick Grade School and Leland Elem School?
About 267 km in a straight line, between Herrick and Leland in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cowden-Herrick Grade School: 175. Leland Elem School: 175. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cowden-Herrick Grade School and Leland Elem School rank in Illinois?
Cowden-Herrick Grade School is 1201st of 2,303 and Leland Elem School is 1194th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).